distill

Strip designs of unnecessary complexity to reveal essential elements.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/primaERP/jmhz-xml-editor --skill distill-primaerp
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: distill
Source: https://github.com/primaERP/jmhz-xml-editor/tree/main/style_guide/.cursor/skills/distill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/primaERP/jmhz-xml-editor --skill distill-primaerp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Strip designs of unnecessary complexity to reveal the essential elements, improving clarity and focus.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Removes visual clutter by pruning non-critical elements and decorations.
  • Establishes a clear hierarchy and reduces cognitive load for users.
  • Use Case: When a UI feels overwhelming, apply distill to extract a single primary action and core content.

Quick Start

Identify the design's primary goal and strip away non-essential elements to reveal the core interface.

Frequently Asked Questions about distill

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I simplify a cluttered UI design and reduce cognitive load?

To simplify a cluttered UI design, strip away non-essential elements and decorations to reveal the core interface. This process establishes a clear hierarchy and reduces cognitive load by pruning non-critical visual components.

What is design refactoring and when should I apply simplification principles?

Design refactoring is the process of stripping unnecessary complexity from UI layouts, typography, color systems, and interactions. Apply simplification principles during design reviews when a user interface feels overwhelming and needs to extract a single primary action.

How do I extract a single primary action from an overwhelming user interface?

Extract a single primary action by identifying the design's primary goal and applying strict criteria for what to remove. You strip away non-essential elements to reveal the core content and focus the user interface on that single action.

What rules do I need to establish before stripping complexity from a UX layout?

Before stripping complexity from a UX layout, you need clear criteria for what to remove, definitions of core elements to preserve, and a concise set of simplification rules. This ensures the refactoring process improves clarity without losing functionality.

Can I use this simplification approach for both visual design and interaction refactoring?

Yes, you can use this simplification approach for both visual design and interaction refactoring. It is explicitly applicable to simplification tasks across UI layouts, typography, color systems, and interactions to improve overall clarity and focus.